Milk Bread: Soft, Fluffy Homemade Loaf
A tender, lightly sweet Japanese milk bread with a pillowy soft crumb. Perfect for sandwiches, toasts, or enjoying plain. Made with milk, heavy cream, and milk powder for extended freshness and a delicately rich flavor.
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Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup milk powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, heavy cream, milk powder, eggs, and butter. Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until combined. Knead dough on a floured surface until光滑 and stretchy (8-10 minutes). Cover and let rise 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and shape into a loaf. Place in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover and let rise 40-50 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake 25-28 minutes until golden brown. Cool in pan 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal rise.
Brush the loaf with milk cream mixture before baking for extra shine.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Brush the loaf with milk cream mixture before baking for extra shine.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 350mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g